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 Sign in to review this pageAbout the Author: John Immel, How to Make Barley TeaSERVINGS: 2 PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES MEAL: STYLE: PREPARATION: FOR OCCASION: PREPARATION OF THIS HEALTHY RECIPETo roast barley, run under cold water. Heat a skillet and roast the barley dry until it is golden. The more roasted, the more it tastes like coffee. Brew in 3c water for ten minutes. Strain and serve. How Can This Ayurvedic Recipe Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISWHAT IS BARLEY TEA?WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Barley Tea Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
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